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Australia’s AMA Group Confirms Discussions on Sale of Collision Repair Unit to Blackstone

January 29, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Proposal values collision repair business at AU$530 million  Following an article in the Australian Financial Review, Australia’s AMA Group Ltd. (ASX:AMA) confirmed that had received a proposal from Blackstone Private Equity for its collision repair centers. The AMA group owns more than 90 collision repair centers in Australia and New Zealand with reported sales of […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, AMA Group, Australia, Blackstone Group

AIA Canada Accepting Applications for Board of Directors Appointments

January 26, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Every year, three or more Directors complete their term on the Automotive Industries Association (AIA) of Canada Board of Directors. It is the responsibility of the Nominating Committee to propose a slate of new Directors for consideration to the AIA Board of Directors and then to the entire membership at the Association’s Annual General Meeting […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Automotive Industries Association of Canada, Board of Directors, Canada

Delaware Approved for Veteran Adjuster Licensing Reimbursement Program

January 26, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Delaware Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro announced that the Delaware Department of Insurance has been approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs for reimbursement of licensing test fees.  Veterans that successfully pass the exams for Insurance Producer and Adjuster licenses will now be reimbursed those fees. “This is an exciting announcement for the Department of Insurance. […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Adjuster Licensing, Delaware, Insurance Department, Licensing, Veterans

Mother of 6 Receives Life-Changing Car Donation at NABC Annual Golf Fundraiser

January 26, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

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National Auto Body Council members gave a Palm Springs single mother of six much to look forward to in 2018 when she received keys to a practically brand-new 2017 Toyota Camry. The vehicle presentation was a highlight of the National Auto Body Council’s (NABC) Annual Golf Fundraiser in Palm Springs last week. Proceeds from the […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Auto Body Council, Recycled Rides

Classic Collision Adds Two Repair Centers in Georgia

January 25, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

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Classic Collision Inc. recently added two collision repair centers in the north Georgia Market, bringing their total number of shops to 20.  The new facilities include a location in  John’s Creek, their second shop in Cumming, Ga area. Classic also opened its first collision repair center in Gainesville. John’s Creek and Gainesville are 45 and […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Classic Collision, Georgia, Openings

AAA Reports More Americans Willing to Ride in Fully Self-Driving Cars

January 25, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

American drivers are beginning to embrace self-driving vehicles, according to a new study from AAA. The annual survey reveals that 63 percent of U.S. drivers report feeling afraid to ride in a fully self-driving vehicle, a significant decrease from 78 percent in early 2017. Millennial and male drivers are the most trusting of autonomous technologies, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: AAA, Autonomous Vehicles

IAA Launches Clear Title, Non-Insurance Auction Channel Brand at New Location in Portage Wisconsin

January 25, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. (IAA), a business unit of  KAR Auction Services (NYSE:KAR), launched its newest auction channel offering a more targeted buying and selling platform. Sellers who want a full-service auction company partner can now target non-insurance, clear title, Run & Drive vehicle segment buyers through IAA Ignite. Ignite allows sellers to consign vehicles […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Insurance Auto Auctions, Openings

Fix Auto World Announces Two Board of Directors Appointments

January 25, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Steve Leal, President and CEO of Fix Auto World is proud to announce changes to Fix Auto’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. “Fix Auto World and all of its brands have experienced significant expansion in recent years, from development in new territories to the addition of new business segments. In order for the organization to […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Board of Directors, Fix Auto World, People

Bill Garoutte Named to Lead National Auto Body Council

January 25, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Group establishes scholarship through Collision Repair Education Foundation in honor of Chuck Sulkala, founder and executive director, who has retired. The National Auto Body Council (NABC) is pleased to announce that Bill Garoutte, a veteran business development, marketing and collision industry executive, has been selected to take the helm at the organization, succeeding Chuck Sulkala, […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: National Auto Body Council, People, Scholarships

Painters Supply Acquires Ohio Distributor

January 24, 2018 By CollisionWeek Editor

Painters Supply & Equipment Co. (PSE) announced the acquisition of Dick’s Auto Supply. Dick’s was founded in 1968 and is a PPG Platinum Distributor. The acquisition adds a location in Findlay, Ohio and strengthens PSE’s market presence in northwest Ohio. The acquisition was completed in late December. “We’re excited to welcome the Dick’s Auto Supply […]

Filed Under: News Tagged With: Acquisitions, Ohio, Painters Supply and Equipment Co., PBE Distributor

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